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Upcoming Programs and Events

Sophisticated and expressive, husband and wife duo Judy Handler and Mark Levesque combine classical, Brazilian, Celtic, and folk music elements to create an extraordinary concert experience. With “Joy To The World,” audiences will enjoy unique arrangements of holiday music from...

Rescheduled for Friday, December 15, 2017 Creative downtime with relaxing music, good things to eat, fellowship, and of course lots of coloring! All coloring materials are supplied or bring your own. RSVP Online Refreshments courtesy of the Friends of the...

Lake Compounce is the highlight of any Bristol summer day, but did you know it’s been keeping Bristolites cool since 1846? Discover the history of your favorite amusement park through pictures and artifacts at the Bristol Public Library! Call 860-584-7787...

Explore classic CT symbols with Connecticut Magazine’s former editor! Includes a multimedia presentation, icons quiz, and book signing. Visit the Bristol History room before the presentation for an exhibit about Lake Compounce—home of Bristol’s own classic CT icon! Register online,...

Come join us for terrific discussions around popular and classic books! December’s selection is “The Women In the Castle” by Jessica Shattuck. Newsweek raves that it is “captivating, fascinating, and…reveals an entirely new side of what it’s like to be...